فهرست مطالب

• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Table of Contents
• Introduction
• About This Book
• Foolish Assumptions
• Icons Used in This Book
• Beyond the Book
• Where to Go from Here
• Part 1 Discovering the Value of AI in Writing Grant Proposals
• Chapter 1. Introducing the New Power Duo: Writer Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence
• Using AI as Your Virtual Sidekick
• Getting to Know Some Popular AI Tools
• Understanding the Synergy Between WI and AI
• Pairing WI and AI from Outline to Finished Proposal
• Ensuring that You Maintain the Human Touch
• Knowing that AI Dependence Can Be Costly
• Remembering that Human Grant Writers are Irreplaceable
• Chapter 2. Navigating AI at Your Own Pace
• Learning AI Lingo
• Absorbing AI Wisdom from the Backseat
• Getting Started with AI
• Playing with the Pros
• Choosing the AI Tool That’s “Write” for You
• Chapter 3. Winning Hearts and Minds of Funders through Storytelling
• Understanding Why Stories Make a Difference
• Using AI as Your Assistant to Crafting Engaging Stories
• Using Prompts to Write Stories
• Taking Reviewers on a Journey
• Creating Your Own Success Stories
• Embellishing Stories
• Preparing Strong Headlines That Tell a Story
• Incorporating Visual Storytelling
• Part 2 Prepping for Your Proposal
• Chapter 4. Scoping the Proposal with a Kick-Start Brief
• Kick-Starting Your Proposal
• Finding Nuggets in the Numbers with AI
• Using AI as Your Virtual Assistant
• Remembering the Human Element — You!
• Chapter 5. Turning Prompts into Gold
• Using Prompts as Your Proposal-Writing GPS
• Crafting Your Proposal with Precise Prompts
• Understanding the Capabilities and Limitations of AI Tools
• Calling Upon Writer Intelligence
• Chapter 6. Cracking the Keyword Code
• Grasping the Importance of Keywords in the Review Process
• Adding the Value of AI
• Avoiding Keyword Overload
• Chapter 7. Defeating Writer’s Block
• Writing a Draft with AI as Your Virtual Assistant
• Sleuthing the Right Keywords with AI
• Polishing the Draft by Pairing WI and AI
• Readying Your Proposal for Submission
• Part 3 Making a Great First Impression
• Chapter 8. Harnessing the Influence of the Cover Letter
• Prioritizing the Reader’s Perspective
• Garnering AI’s Assistance
• Including the “Write” Stuff
• Chapter 9. Amplifying the Impact of the Title Page
• Knowing the Value of a Well-Chosen Title
• Getting Title-Page Help from AI
• Crafting an Eye-Catching Visual Identity
• Knowing What to Include
• Proofreading Very Carefully (or Suffering the Consequences)
• Chapter 10. Crafting a Captivating Executive Summary
• Recognizing the Allure of the “Appetizer”
• Understanding the Value of an Executive Summary
• Writing your Executive Summary Post-Proposal
• Incorporating the Power of AI
• Picking Up Tips and Tricks
• Part 4 Nailing the Narrative
• Chapter 11. Navigating a Request for Proposal
• Finding Funders
• Thinking of AI as Your Personal Agent
• Contacting Funders Beforehand
• Anchoring the Academy Award
• Using a Match-Up Approach with the Help of AI
• Chapter 12. Unlocking Funding Doors: Writing Stellar Proposals
• Weaving AI into the Process
• Building Partners, Not Grantors
• Breaking Down the Sections of a Grant Proposal
• Making a List and Checking It Twice
• Following Up After Submitting Your Proposal
• Chapter 13. Appearing as a Finalist to Shoot for the Gold
• Peeking Behind the Curtain of the Review Process
• Remembering That AI Can Help
• Assessing the Review Panel
• Crafting Your Presentation’s Message
• Nailing Your Presentation
• Preparing Slides Using AI Tools
• Preparing Handouts That Leave a Lasting Impression
• Anticipating Questions
• Practicing Your Way to Perfection
• Following Up After Presenting
• Part 5 The Part of Tens
• Chapter 14. Ten Tips for Mastering the Tone of the Perfect Pitch
• Using AI as Your Assistant for the Proper Tone
• Shooting for Clarity
• Expressing Passion
• Displaying Confidence
• Using the Power of Persuasion
• Maximizing Impact
• Expressing Gratitude
• Maintaining a Positive Tone
• Using Industry-Related Jargon Sparingly and Appropriately
• Focusing on the Grantor
• Chapter 15. Ten Reasons Why Grant Proposals May Fail
• Sending a Poorly Written Cover Letter
• Presenting a Deficient Executive Summary
• Lacking Innovation and Impact
• Presenting Inadequate Evidence of Making a Difference
• Omitting to Express Partnership or Collaboration
• Presenting an Unrealistic Budget
• Sharing an Insufficient Evaluation Plan
• Poorly Defining Goals and Objectives
• Missing the Mark
• Not Using AI as a Writing Assistant
• Chapter 16. Ten Ways to Find Funding in the United States and Globally
• Harnessing the Power of AI
• Learning of Direct Grant Opportunities
• Finding Pass-Through Grant Opportunities
• Tapping into the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program
• Funding for Nonprofits
• Funding for a Wide Variety of Industries
• Going Global
• Securing Funding in the United Kingdom
• Finding Funding in Canada
• Navigating Funding Opportunities in Australia
• Index
• EULA